- Direct collaborative care
- Skills and coaching focus
- Mindfulness and values work
About Shelly
Shelly Goodman is an LPC with 13 years of clinical experience working in mental health and substance use. She holds a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University. Shelly focuses on helping people make practical changes when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.
Shelly works with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and substance use concerns. She also supports people facing ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and career transitions. Money and financial issues are listed among her areas of focus when they affect mental health and daily functioning.
Her sessions are collaborative and straightforward. Shelly uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to look at thinking patterns and from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and next steps. She also brings mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing techniques into conversations when they fit the client’s goals.
In the room she aims to listen without judgment and help people build skills they can use between sessions. She offers coaching-style support for practical steps as well as processing for harder emotional material. Her approach is direct but compassionate, with an emphasis on small, manageable changes.
People who choose Shelly often want help handling life changes, improving daily functioning, or reducing reliance on substances. She practices in Michigan and conducts work in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before scheduling.
Approaches you can expect in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful when someone wants to live more in line with what matters to them despite stress or difficult feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going. It often includes practical exercises to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, or manage mood.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental relationship where the person’s experience guides the work. This approach supports exploration and emotional processing at the client’s pace.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Shelly will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then use elements from these methods that fit best. The plan can change as needs shift, and choices are made collaboratively.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats Shelly currently offers before booking. Many people find online options helpful for fitting therapy into a busy schedule, shortening travel time, or having a quieter space for a focused check-in. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your goals and day-to-day life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Shelly helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, career challenges, parenting strain, and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She works in a collaborative, practical manner that combines skills training with emotional processing and coaching for real-life steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience in mental health and substance use settings, including work with adolescents, young adults, and adults.
What credentials and region apply to this therapist?
Shelly holds the LPC credential and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session formats and options before booking to be sure they meet your needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.